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Join success coach and bestselling author Brian Bartes as he interviews athletes, entrepreneurs, authors, entertainers and others who have achieved excellence in their chosen fields, so you can learn their tools, techniques, and strategies for improving performance and achieving greater success.
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Jean Oelwang is a Collaborations Architect and the founding CEO of Virgin Unite, an entrepreneurial foundation that builds collectives, incubates ideas and re-invents systems for a better world. Prior to starting Virgin Unite, Jean worked with over 25 Virgin businesses across 15 industries. She is the Co-Founder of Plus Wonder, and author of the book, Partnering: Forge the Deep Connections That Make Great Things Happen.
Michael Angelo Zervos is a filmmaker, director and producer who has collaborated with stars like Eminem, Denzel Washington, and James Harden, as well as brands including Ford, Google, and Activision Blizzard. In 2025, he completed a 499-day journey to all 195 countries, breaking two Guinness World Records as the fastest person to visit every sovereign nation. He is now writing “The Happiest Moment of Your Life,” to be published by Penguin Random House in 2027.
Christine Ohlman – "The Beehive Queen” – is a powerhouse vocalist best known as the featured singer with the Saturday Night Live Band, a role she has held for more than three decades. A National Blues Hall of Fame inductee, she has shared stages with legends like Bruce Springsteen, Bonnie Raitt, and Elvis Costello. Simply put, Christine is one of rock and roll’s most enduring and electrifying voices. She continues to tear it up on stage every chance she gets!
James Beard Award-winning restaurateur Kevin Boehm has opened more than 50 restaurants over the past 30 years, building Boka Restaurant Group into one of the most celebrated hospitality companies in the world. With partner Rob Katz, he has launched over 40 acclaimed concepts, earning Michelin stars, national awards, and widespread recognition. In 2019, the duo won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurateur. Kevin’s debut memoir, The Bottomless Cup, was published in 2025.
Ally Love is a Peloton instructor, TODAY show on-air contributor, and Founder & CEO of Love Squad, known for turning motivation into momentum. She has hosted Netflix’s Dance 100, the Matrix Awards, and spent 11 seasons as an in-arena host for the Brooklyn Nets. As VP of Instructor Strategy & Development at Peloton, Ally has created series like “Sundays with Love” and “HIIT & Hills.” Her signature ethos is “Elevate your energy, elevate your life.”
Dave Pascoe is a biohacker and longevity athlete who, at 63, looks, feels, and performs decades younger. Epigenetic testing places his biological age at 43, with a pace of aging of 0.66 – about eight months per year. A top-ranked contender in global longevity competitions, Dave follows a disciplined, data-driven, and attainable approach, and openly shares his protocols, routines, and resources to help everyday people improve health, fitness, and vitality.
Rhonda Walker is an award-winning journalist, philanthropist, and trusted Detroit news anchor. She co-anchors the weekday morning and noon newscasts at WDIV-Local 4 News, a role she has held since 2003. Rhonda is also the founder and president of the Rhonda Walker Foundation. Her signature “Girls into Women” mentoring program has achieved a 100% high school graduation and college enrollment rate, with a 95% college graduation rate.
Scott O’Neill is one of Australia’s leading voices in property investment. A former civil engineer turned self-made investor, he achieved financial freedom by 28 and built the Rethink Group – a powerhouse spanning commercial and residential investing, finance, and renewables. His hands-on approach, deep market insight and relentless drive for excellence have positioned Rethink Group as one of the country’s most trusted and progressive investment partners.
Laird Hamilton is a big wave surfer and a pioneer in the world of action water sports. Over the last decade, Laird has transcended from surfing to become an international fitness icon and nutrition expert. He is Co-Founder and Chief Innovator of Laird Superfood, and the author of several books. Laird has also appeared in a number of feature films and surfing documentaries, and on numerous television shows.
Hilde Dosogne is a Belgian ultrarunner who started running at 41 and quickly evolved into a world-class endurance athlete. In 2024, she set an extraordinary Guinness World Record by running 366 consecutive marathons in support of breast cancer research. A dedicated athlete, mother of four, and an inspiration to many, Hilde continues to push the limits of human endurance.
Mark Skousen, Ph. D. is a nationally known investment expert, economist, university professor and author of more than 25 books. Since 1980, he has been editor in chief of Forecasts & Strategies, a popular award-winning investment newsletter. Dr. Skousen is known as “America’s Economist,” and he has been identified as one of the 20 most influential living economists.
Amy Mae Dolan is a World Champion Irish dancer. At just 19 years old, she became the youngest-ever Principal Dancer in the world-renowned, Grammy Award winning production, Riverdance. Amy Mae’s incredible artistry, unwavering determination, and tireless work ethic set her apart as a world-class performer, and also make her an inspiring leader both on and off the stage.
Kevin Allen is a sports journalist and author who has written professionally for almost 50 years. He was USA Today's lead hockey writer from 1986 to 2019, and he has written more than 25 sports books. Kevin has covered everything from Super Bowls to the Olympic games, to the World Series, and NCAA basketball. Today, he covers the Detroit Red Wings for Detroit Hockey Now.
Charlie Wetzel is the long-time writing partner of leadership expert John C. Maxwell. Charlie has been John’s writing partner for more than 30 years, and they have worked together on 120 books. Their incredibly successful collaboration has reached 36 million people, and produced six New York Times bestsellers.
Michael and Matthew Gardiner, known around the world as “The Gardiner Brothers,” are the dynamic duo revolutionizing Irish dance! These 5x World Champions have captivated global audiences, amassing over 8 million followers and 1 billion+ views on social media. Former Riverdance principal dancers, they were the first brothers to achieve this honor.
Kim Scott is one of the most sought-after flutists in both the classical and jazz fields. A #1 Billboard-charting artist with five acclaimed albums, Kim is renowned for her captivating tone, flawless technique, and magnetic performances. She is host of the nationally syndicated "Kim Scott’s Block Party Radio," and a soloist and member of the all-female jazz supergroup, Jazz in Pink.
Mally Roncal is a celebrity makeup artist, entrepreneur, and TV personality. Inspired by her mother’s impeccable style, Mally’s fearless approach and undeniable talent quickly earned her spot as a trusted artist for A-list celebrities including Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, and Celine Dion. In 2005, she launched Mally Beauty on QVC, selling out her entire line in just 36 minutes. Mally’s brand now spans beauty, fashion, and home collections.
Mat Fraser is widely considered to be the most dominant and successful athlete in the history of CrossFit, earning five consecutive CrossFit Games titles as the Fittest Man on Earth from 2016 to 2020. Mat is also the Founder and Chief Product Officer of HWPO Training. His mantra, “Hard Work Pays Off” guided him as a CrossFit athlete, and continues to drive him today in his business endeavors.
Miki Sudo is a competitive eating champion, and the top-ranked female according to Major League Eating. Known for her dominance in the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, she is a ten-time, undefeated champion of that event, setting a record in 2024 by consuming 51 hot dogs in 10 minutes. Miki is currently ranked World #5 among men and women combined.
Leigh Steinberg, legendary sports agent and founder of Steinberg Sports and Entertainment, has represented over 300 elite athletes, including the number one overall pick in the NFL draft an unprecedented eight times. Known as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar-winning film, “Jerry Maguire,” Leigh is a bestselling author, philanthropist, and a pioneer in athlete branding and high-stakes contract negotiation.
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